[Resolved] Dealer wants $$$ for Buick Enclave Avenir SUV code - any other options?

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Codemaster
Member since June 2023 • 55 posts

How do I retrieve the key code for my Buick Enclave Avenir SUV to program a key?

Posted on October 02, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Buick Enclave Avenir SUV. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 03, 2024

Replies (5)

Knightlight
Member • 89 posts

Trying this out on my Buick Enclave Avenir SUV today—hoping it works.

October 03, 2024 Reply
Papasmurf
Member • 143 posts

If this works for my Buick Enclave Avenir SUV, I owe you big time.

October 04, 2024 Reply
Killerinst
Member • 110 posts

Wish I found this thread before towing my Buick Enclave Avenir SUV.

October 05, 2024 Reply
Techguru
Member • 21 posts

Wish I found this thread before towing my Buick Enclave Avenir SUV.

October 06, 2024 Reply
Charlie
Member • 142 posts

Really need the key code for my Buick Enclave Avenir SUV, thanks for sharing!

October 07, 2024 Reply

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